Starwood to Name Kerry Hatch
To Run High-End Hotel Brands

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. today plans to name Kerry D. Hatch, a former American Express Co. marketing executive, to run the high-end St. Regis and Luxury Collection brands.

Ms. Hatch will report to Starwood Chief Executive Steve Heyer but will have control over all aspects of the nearly 100 luxury hotels that fall under the two brands. Ms. Hatch's appointment makes her the highest ranking female executive at the...